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Australia's eSafety commissioner has published regulatory guidelines for social media platforms, giving effect to the government's under-16 social media ban. While the ban won't be in place until December 10th, the eSafety commissioner says they want it to be as minimally invasive as possible. Under the guidance, social media platforms will not have to verify the age of every user on their platforms.

Liberal senator Jonathan Duniam has warned the Coalition will face a "mass exodus" from its frontbench if it adopts a net zero policy without caveats, handing Opposition leader Sussan Ley a fresh test over the party's stance on climate action. The warning comes a day after Liberal MP Andrew Hastie threatened to quit the party if it pursued a policy of net zero emissions by 2050.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a look at the driving forces in the currency markets with Chris Weston from Pepperstone and previews the US Federal Reserve's Thursday morning interest rate decision.

Voters in Moldova head to the polls later this month, in an election authorities warn is being undermined by a campaign of vote buying and digital propaganda, orchestrated by Moscow. Independent investigators believe up to 40% of votes will be the result of the Russian interference campaign, which seeks to promote pro-Kremlin parties and slow Moldova's plans to join the European Union.

Arab and Islamic leaders have met in Doha following Israel's strike that killed Hamas officials and a Qatari security officer. Qatar's Emir accused Israel of seeking dominance, while Iran, Turkey and Egypt called for sanctions, isolation and regional defence coordination.

Papua New Guinea is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its independence from Australia. The occasion is being marked with festivities in the capital Port Moresby as well as Papua New Guinean communities in Australia. The ongoing relationship remains crucial to both counties - even more so with the signing of an landmark defence agreement in Port Moresby.

The latest snapshot of sexually transmitted infections in Australia shows some alarming trends over the past 10 years. A report from the University of New South Wales' Kirby Institute suggests testing gaps and accessibility issues are contributing to a rise in cases.

The Australian share market has begun the week lower, despite optimism ahead of the US Federal Reserve's expected interest rate cut this week. For more, Stephanie Youssef spoke with Macquarie Private Bank Division Director Martin Lakos. Plus, ANZ has been fined $240 million for what ASIC has called widespread misconduct, including allegations of failing to respond to customer hardship notices and failing to refund fees charged to thousands of dead customers. For more, Asha Abdi spoke with Professor Allan Fels from the University of Melbourne.

Coastal hazards driven by climate change could put three million people at risk by 2090 if Australia warms by 3 degrees, according to a major body of new climate research released by the federal government. The National Climate Risk Assessment has been released, as the government prepares the ground to announce its carbon emissions reduction target for 2035.

Prominent calls are being made for the federal government to adopt newly-introduced recommendations, following a report by the government-appointed Envoy to Combat Islamophobia. It follows data from the Islamophobia Register Australia, revealing a 530 per cent increase in incidents since October 7, 2023.

An Israeli strike on Doha last week has set off a wave of condemnation, with Arab and Islamic leaders gathering in Qatar to arrive at a united response. Israel, meanwhile, is standing firm, deepening its alliance with Washington as the war in Gaza rages on.

In Iran, mandatory hijab laws sparked nationwide protests three years ago over death in custody of Mahsa Jina Amini. While the presence of morality police on the streets has declined, the regime says it is instead using digital tools such as citizen-watch apps, drones and facial recognition to enforce its crackdown. But women are finding new ways to resist.

A new Aged Care Act is weeks away from coming into effect, but there are aspects that has the Inspector-General of Aged Care concerned.

This week, NASA announced findings of potential biosignatures on Mars. Does that mean there's proof that there was once life on Mars? In this edition of Weekend One on One, Dr Micheal Tice, geology professor at Texas A&M University, who's involved in the ongoing research project, explains what the findings mean.

Using your phone while on the toilet could be linked to an increased chance of haemorrhoids, according to a study from the United States. So if you're a loo scroller, the extra time spent on the toilet could be doing you more harm than good.

Politicians are warning against the risks of extremism and political violence, after rival rallies were held in Australia's capital cities and regional centres.

A 22-year-old man has been arrested over the shooting death of Charlie Kirk at a Utah University. He's been identified as Tyler Robinson, a Utah resident who family members say had recently become more 'political' and increasingly vocal in his opposition to the conservative activist's ideas.

Making the switch from branded products to a store's home brand alternatives could save shoppers thousands of dollars each year at checkout, according to a financial comparison website. SBS's Cameron Carr has been finding out more from Compare the Market spokesman Phillip Portman.

Dr Dara Conduit at the University of Melbourne explains the impact of the death in custody of Mahsa Jina Amini three years ago on women's rights in Iran today.

The Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia has handed down his long-awaited report, containing 54 recommendations to the federal government.

Former Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka is collecting a $49.9 million pay packet, which includes 10 million shares, as revealed in the company's annual report. For more on this and the ASX-200's performance this week, Stephanie Youssef spoke with IG Markets analyst Tony Sycamore. Plus, US inflation has risen 2.9% in August, paving the way for the first US interest rate cut of the year when the Federal Reserve meets next week. For more, Stephanie Youssef spoke with AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver.

The federal government has given the final approval for the Woodside North West Shelf gas project with a series of conditions. The approval comes ahead of the Albanese government's announcement of a 2035 emissions reduction target, and after Australia emphasised its commitment to tackling climate change to Pacific leaders.

The hunt for the killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk continues, with US federal investigators pursuing new leads in Utah. The FBI has released images of the suspect and is offering a reward of up to A$150,000 (US$$100,000) for information.

Brazil's former President, Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of plotting a coup to remain in power after losing the 2022 election. Mr Bolsonaro, who has denied any wrongdoing, has not attended the court and has only sent his lawyers.He is the first former president in the country's history to be convicted for attacking democracy.

The ASX 200 has closed 0.3% lower with healthcare stocks dragging the index down, despite gains by gold miners. That's almost despite Oracle's shares soaring almost 40% in its best one-day performance since 1992, lifting the S&P 500 and other global markets to record highs. For more, Stephanie Youssef spoke with Mark Gardner from MPC Markets. Plus, new analysis from Domain shows the dream of owning a home is becoming further out of reach – with deposit hurdles, coupled with climbing house prices and mortgage repayments, driving the sharpest generational divide in decades. For more, Stephanie Youssef spoke with Domain's research chief, Dr Nicola Powell.

Israel's strike on Qatar blows up ceasefire talks, the prime ministers of Nepal, Japan and France depart in a hurry, and Albanese battles for influence in the Pacific, while Moldova battles to stop Putin's influence ahead of elections. Plus, the Murdoch succession is finally settled.

Northern Territory Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has been removed from the Coalition frontbench, following fallout from remarks she made about Indian migrants. Sydney Lang takes a look at how the last week unfolded.

Poland has reported its most serious airspace breach since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, after nearly 20 drones entered from Belarus and Ukraine. European leaders have condemned Moscow for reckless escalation, with the Kremlin saying such accusations are baseless.

One of President Donald Trump's key allies has been shot and killed during a public event at a university in Utah.Charlie Kirk co-founded the Turning Point USA organisation in 2012 to drive conservative viewpoints among young people, and then became the go-to spokesman on television networks and at conferences for the youthful hard-right.It's the latest in a series of attacks on U-S political figures, as ..... reports:

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Marcus Bogdan from Blackmore Capital about the day's market action including why banks seem to be on a job cutting cycle, plus Stephnie Youssef speaks with ASFA CEO Mary Delahunty to find out how much money is needed in super to fund a comfortable retirement.

Israel's attack on Hamas officials in Doha, Qatar, has been met with widespread international condemnation. Five Hamas members died along with one security official from Qatar. What effect will this incident have on the peace process? Ian Parmeter is a Research Scholar and PhD Candidate at the Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies at the Australian National University, and he's been speaking to SBS's Cameron Carr.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in the Solomon Islands for the region's most important annual political meeting. With climate change and regional security at the forefront of discussions, Australia will work to solidify its role as a reliable partner and counter to China's growing security presence in the Pacific.

Nepal's Prime Minister has resigned amid anti-government protests, as demonstrators set fire to Parliament and the homes of some of the country's top political leaders. It comes as a "Gen Z" protest movement was triggered by a ban on social media, which has now been overturned. Concerns have been raised by the Nepali community in Australia, calling for peace in the country.

Israel has struck the Qatari capital of Doha, killing five Hamas members and one Qatari security official. It has led to an outcry from Qatar, Washington, and humanitarian groups, with concern the strike will jeopardise fragile ceasefire talks.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves takes a closer look at ANZ's decision to cut 3,500 employees and 1,000 contractors and what it means for the sector with Nathan Zaia from Morningstar and Damien Boey from Wilson Asset Management.

A major security agreement with Vanuatu has been delayed ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum in the Solomon Islands. Amid concerns over the impacts on Vanuatu's regional partnerships and infrastructure investment, Vanuatu says the $500 million deal with Australia needs further consideration.

France is facing a new political crisis after the country's parliament voted to oust its Prime Minister, François Bayrou. It comes as part of the opposition party's plan to bring down the government in the face of increasing national debt, and a deepening political crisis.

Six civilians were killed and 20 injured when two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at Jerusalem's Ramot Junction bus stop, sending commuters running in terror. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Israel would retaliate, linking the assault to Israel's ongoing war in Gaza, where airstrikes have destroyed dozens of high-rise buildings and a ground invasion is imminent.

Australia will halt logging in a large stretch of woodland on the east coast to create a retreat for koalas, in an attempt to save the local population from extinction. The announcement, which will impact six timber mills and hundreds of workers, has caused outrage in the forestry industry. New South Wales Premier Chris Minns says the decision wasn't taken lightly and those affected will be supported.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Raymond Chan from Morgans about the day's sharemarket action including the weak US jobs data, a rebalancing of the market's main indexes and the potential implications of a supermarkets underpayments court case.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month, with the disease now the most common cause of death from cancer for men in Australia. Advocacy groups are pushing for greater awareness and regular testing for all men in the country, including those from a multicultural background.

The federal government is facing scrutiny over proposed changes to Freedom of Information Laws that critics say will reduce transparency and damage trust in the government. With claims this government is the most secretive in three decades, experts say the government should change its approach to much needed Freedom of Information reforms.

Japan has been plunged into uncertainty by the resignation of its Prime Minister. It comes as the country struggles with rising food prices, and deals with the fallout of US tariffs on its vital automotive sector.

Russia's heaviest drone and missile barrage since the war began has struck Kyiv's Cabinet of Ministers building, leaving four dead, including an infant. Ukraine is now calling for greater global support and tougher sanctions on Russia, targeting its economy.

The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has produced a snap shot of Women's health across the life course. While rates of cancer have gone down for women over the last 25 years, younger women continue to experience higher rates of depression and other mental health conditions.

Recently, local news headlines have been dominated by stories about anti-immigration rallies which were held across Australia on the last day of August. But it's not just in Australia where migration has created such deep feelings - it's also an issue that has been front and centre in the US as Donald Trump fulfils his election campaign promise to carry out mass deportations. There are now at least a million fewer immigrants in the US, raising questions about the impact of their absence on key industries like agriculture and construction. Migration is also a major concern in Europe, which has long grappled with what to do with the scores of people fleeing war and poverty in their home countries. This episode of the TOO HARD BASKET focuses on these complexities.

Despite being a proven life-saving treatment, 1 in 5 Australians who need radiotherapy never receive it. This year, on September 7, the first-ever World Radiotherapy Awareness Day will be launched, and experts say it's an opportunity to dispel fears of the treatment.

Drones are being used to monitor shark activity, after a fatality on Sydney's Northern Beaches.

More than 700 people have signed an open letter to the vice-chancellor of the University of Melbourne, calling on her to sacrifice ten per cent of her salary to save the literary magazine, Meanjin. It follows Melbourne University Publishing's announcement that Meanjin will shuts down one of Australia's oldest literary journals, after its final issue is released in December.

Making a chicken curry on stage is not what you would usually expect when visiting the theatre. But for actor Joshua Jamil Hinton, it's the centrepiece of his show, due to open in Brisbane this month, telling his story of living between different cultures and grappling with his own identity.

Australia in anti-immigration marches.At the heart of what organisers called the 'March for Australia' rallies was a call to end "mass migration", which protesters claimed is to blame for issues like the housing crisis and rise in cost of living. Experts say a paradox exists in the anti-immigration ideas put forward at these rallies: the very people protesters want fewer of are the ones propping up the nation's economy, workforce, and future.